BSL - IST

$110 Find Cheap Flights from Basel to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Basel to Istanbul departing on 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Basel to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Basel to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$177
Overall average: $148
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/25Sun 2/1
BSL - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$210
Typical prices: $107-$229
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/22Wed 1/28
BSL - IST • Non-stop
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KLM
Cheapest • from $189 (round-trip)
Turkish Airlines
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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March
Cheapest • 46% price drop
April
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Cheap Flights from Basel to Istanbul (BSL-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Basel to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Basel to Istanbul

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1
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6:30 pm - 9:30 am
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13h 00m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 10:50 am
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13h 50m1 stop
$177Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 24
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6:05 am - 4:55 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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4:50 am - 9:50 am
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7h 00m1 stop
$184Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Thu, Jan 29
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6:05 am - 4:55 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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4:50 am - 9:50 am
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7h 00m1 stop
$186Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 21
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10:35 am - 10:45 pm
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10h 10m1 stop
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6:30 am - 6:20 pm
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13h 50m1 stop
$188Lufthansa
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
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6:05 am - 4:55 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:05 pm
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6h 10m1 stop
$189KLM
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
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6:05 am - 4:55 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:40 am
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18h 45m1 stop
$190KLM
Fri, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 16
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6:05 am - 4:55 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:05 pm
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6h 10m1 stop
$191KLM
Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1
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3:25 pm - 9:05 pm
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27h 40m2 stops
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11:00 pm - 10:50 am
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13h 50m1 stop
$196Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30
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3:35 pm - 9:05 pm
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27h 30m2 stops
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10:10 am - 10:25 pm
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14h 15m1 stop
$203Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
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6:05 am - 4:55 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:40 am
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18h 45m1 stop
$204KLM
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Basel to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Basel to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Basel to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Basel to Istanbul, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Istanbul back to Basel, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport is March, where tickets cost $120 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $356 and $340 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $219 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$110
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Basel to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Basel to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Basel to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport was $110 for a one-way ticket and $177 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Basel and Istanbul?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Basel and on arrival in Istanbul.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Basel to Istanbul?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Basel to Istanbul flight route: SWISS, flydubai, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Delta, and Lufthansa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Basel to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Basel to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Basel to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Basel and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Basel to Istanbul?

    There are nonstop flights from Basel to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Basel to Istanbul, Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Basel to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. With an average price for the route of $328 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Pegasus Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $228 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Basel to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Basel to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Basel to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Basel is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Basel to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Basel with another airline. Booking your flights between Basel and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Basel to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Basel up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $828 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Basel to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Istanbul

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Basel EuroAirport Swiss

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Basel to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Basel to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Basel to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4089 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.8Crew
7.4Entertainment
7.4Food
7.3Comfort
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flight was full and folks coming from Dubai all wear this strong perfume (OUD) which is annoying. Also, not sure why but these fools all stand up and get ready to bail once the plane stops. they seem to all run for the door which is funny AF. Plane was a 2 4 2 configuration and kind of an older plane with USB connection. Food wasn't that great either. Not sure i'd take this airline again since i have no plans on going to Istanbul again. Emirates is definitely better if you want to go from US to DXB,

6.0 GoodAlan, Dec 2025
DXB - IST
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flight was full and folks coming from Dubai all wear this strong perfume (OUD) which is annoying. Also, not sure why but these fools all stand up and get ready to bail once the plane stops. they seem to all run for the door which is funny AF. Plane was a 2 4 2 configuration and kind of an older plane with USB connection. Food wasn't that great either. Not sure i'd take this airline again since i have no plans on going to Istanbul again. Emirates is definitely better if you want to go from US to DXB,

I had ordered gluten free vegetarian but I got chicken instead. I wasn’t able to eat the meal. It’s hard not having food to eat when it’s an international flight. I don’t want to complain but when it’s a 14 hours flight. It would be nice to have something to eat.

Amazing service on board in business class. The lounges are also great. The inflight entertainment could do with a larger selection and the food choices more but overall, very pleased.

Horrible, hated every part of it. They do not have business class- just tried to make one row. Boarding was a mess- felt like hungry people fighting for food. Will never ever travel in Indigo

Overall it was good. Food was bad. I ordered gluten free vegetarian meal. But I got gluten free chicken for my long flight from Seattle to Istanbul. I don’t eat any kind of meat. Second meal I got eggplant with meat which I couldn’t eat. I don’t understand why we can’t get gluten free vegetarian meal for a 12 hour flight. I eat the bread and that was it.

So boarding is a little slow when you fly 787 but on the 777 the business class had its own entrance. The entertainment can be a little bit more up to date Other than that it was a great experience food and service was great

I paid $150 to upgrade to this seat. My exit row seat had ample leg room BUT the collapsable table was broken so my food tray and drinks slid over to my lap, the screen malfunctioned.

As a big guy the seats are way too small for me. Would prefer more comfortable seats on these long haul flights.

Very bad this airline changes my schedule date of travel and get me stranded in Istanbul for three days, paid for only one day hotel accommodation with only one breakfast and i had to pay for lunches ,and dinners and hotel accommodations for the two and half days

Bad confort, bad seat take advantage of the political conflict to double the price

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

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